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The current Defender has been on sale in the US since 2020, so a used one can mean anything from a first-year 110 to a nearly new 130. The model year decides more about the vehicle than the mileage does.
See used inventory Certified Pre-OwnedYes, a used Defender is a sound buy when it is a later model year with every recall completed and, ideally, Land Rover Approved Certified Pre-Owned coverage. The Defender holds its value better than any other Land Rover, while early 2020 and 2021 cars drew more electrical and software complaints. The current generation arrived in the US as the 2020 Defender 110, followed by the two-door 90 for 2021, the 5.0 V8 for 2022, the eight-seat 130 for 2023 and the OCTA for 2025.
What each model year added, so you can tell two used Defenders apart before you drive either.
| Model year | What changed | Why it matters used |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Defender 110 launches; 296 hp 2.0L four or 395 hp 3.0L mild-hybrid six; 10-inch Pivi Pro screen; Explorer, Adventure, Country and Urban accessory packs | First-year build; confirm every 2020–2021 campaign |
| 2021 | Two-door Defender 90 arrives | First year for the short-wheelbase body |
| 2022 | 518 hp 5.0L supercharged V8 on the 90 and 110; optional 11.4-inch screen; wireless charging standard | Check which screen a car has; the V8 is the rarest engine |
| 2023 | Defender 130 arrives with seating for up to eight, six-cylinder only | The only Defender with a full third row |
| 2025 | Defender OCTA with a 626 hp twin-turbo mild-hybrid V8; 11.4-inch screen standard; second-row captain's chairs offered on the 130 | Newest used examples carry the most remaining factory warranty |
Early Defender 90 and 110 models were offered with the 2.0L four-cylinder; the 130 has used six-cylinder engines from launch. For full current specifications, see our complete Defender 90, 110 and 130 guide.
Defender 90
Two doors, seating for up to six with the front jump seat. The shortest Defender, and the easiest to park on a Long Beach side street or in a Manhattan garage. Rear-seat access is the compromise.
Defender 110
Four doors and the widest choice of used examples, since it has been on sale the longest. Seats five as standard, with an optional third row or front jump seat. Entry trims such as the 110 S ride on coil springs; air suspension is fitted to many others.
Defender 130
Seating for up to eight in three rows, for 2023 and newer. The longest Defender, aimed at families who need the third row every week rather than occasionally.
Defender OCTA
The 2025-on performance flagship, built on the 110 body with its own 6D Dynamics suspension. Few used examples exist yet.
Choosing between the two most common bodies comes down to rear access and cargo depth; our Defender 90 vs 110 comparison sets the dimensions side by side.
Early current-generation Defenders earned a weak dependability reputation. Auto Express's used-buyer guide calls the reputation poor and singles out early cars as especially problematic, mostly for electrical and infotainment faults, and advises buying with a warranty. Land Rover as a brand scored 274 problems per 100 vehicles in J.D. Power's 2026 Vehicle Dependability Study of three-year-old vehicles, against an industry average of 204.
The newer the Defender, the better the record. In J.D. Power's 2026 Initial Quality Study of new vehicles in their first 90 days, Land Rover improved to 173 problems per 100 vehicles from 208 a year earlier, better than the 175 industry average. The Defender also ranked highest in the midsize premium SUV segment in J.D. Power's 2026 APEAL Study of owner satisfaction. For a used buyer, that points toward later model years, a full software update history and certified coverage, whose limited warranty covers sudden and unexpected mechanical and electrical failures.
As of November 2026, from NHTSA's recall database. Recall repairs are free at an authorized Land Rover retailer.
| NHTSA number | Model years | Issue |
|---|---|---|
| 21V-424 | 2020–2021, six-cylinder | Powertrain control module may switch off, stalling the engine; remedied by a dealer or over-the-air update |
| 22V-523 | 2022–2023 | Front seat belt pretensioners may be damaged |
| 23V-044 | 2020–2023 | Engine cam carrier oil channel may be blocked |
| 24V-450 | 2023–2024 | Oil filter housing may crack and leak |
| 24E-102 | 2020–2025 | Land Rover Raised Air Intake accessory may not be secured |
| 26V-248 / 26V-599 | 2020–2024, mild-hybrid | DC-DC converter may fail, risking loss of drive power |
| 26V-389 | 2020–2026 | Driver airbag connector may corrode |
This list is a starting point, not a substitute for the VIN check. Enter the vehicle's 17-character VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup before you buy, and ask for proof that every open campaign has been completed.
iSeeCars resale data, as of November 2026.
| Measure | Figure |
|---|---|
| Defender, five-year depreciation | 48.7% |
| Luxury midsize SUV average | 50.1% |
| Defender, value retained after three years | 73.3% |
iSeeCars ranks the Defender as the Land Rover with the best resale value, which keeps used prices firm and trade values strong. Our Land Rover trade-in guide explains how that value is appraised, and the used Land Rover buying guide covers the checks that apply to every model.
The current-generation Defender went on sale in the US as a 2020 model with the four-door Defender 110. The two-door Defender 90 followed for 2021 and the eight-seat Defender 130 for 2023.
A used Defender is a strong choice for a buyer who wants its capability and value retention, provided the software is up to date, every recall is complete and the service history is full. Early 2020 and 2021 cars had more electrical complaints, so later model years or certified coverage reduce the risk.
The Defender 110 offers an optional compact third row. The Defender 130, sold from the 2023 model year, is the only Defender with a full-size third row, seating up to eight.
Yes. iSeeCars rates the Defender as the Land Rover with the best resale value, with five-year depreciation of 48.7 percent as of November 2026, slightly better than the luxury midsize SUV average.
Defender suspension depends on trim and options: entry trims such as the 110 S ride on coil springs, while electronic air suspension with adjustable ride height is fitted to many others. Check the exact build of a used Defender before buying.
Compare used Defenders in Freeport, or see new Defender 110 inventory.
See used inventory New Defender 110 inventorySources: JLR, first US Defender deliveries (2020); Land Rover USA, 2022 Defender; Motor Authority, Defender 130; Motor Authority, Defender OCTA; Auto Express used Defender guide; iSeeCars Defender resale value; NHTSA recalls.